1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 980 kg more than 1972 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1972 MG Midget | |
Make | De Tomaso | MG |
Model | Longchamp | Midget |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |